In Ancient Societies, the Primary Purpose of Punishment Was

question 1

Multiple Choice

In ancient societies, the primary purpose of punishment was

• A)rehabilitation.
• B)deterrence.
• C)incapacitation.
• D)retribution.

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Definitions:

Wage Rate

The standardized amount of compensation received by an employee for performed work per unit of time, typically expressed per hour or year.

Bushel of Corn

A unit of measure for volumes of dry commodities, typically used in the U.S. for agricultural goods like corn, where one bushel equals approximately 56 pounds.

Workers

Individuals engaged in an activity, especially to earn an income.

Equilibrium Market Wage

The wage rate at which the quantity of labor supplied matches the quantity of labor demanded.